Location: Timna Park
Subject: Solomon’s Mines
Reference: Sefer Bamidbar Perek 17 Posuk 4
Written by: David Magence
The copper machtot (fire-pans) of Korach’s 250 co-conspirators were made into a cover for the mizbeach.0
Timna Park, approximately 25 kilometers north of Eilat, holds the remains of ancient copper mining and smelting facilities. Based on the archeological evidence, these are the earliest copper mines in the world.0
More importantly for us, the Park includes the remains of King Solomon’s mines. Timna Park covers approximately 60 square kilometers.0
In addition to the archelogical sites, there is a variety of geological formations, a technologically advanced vistors’ center, more than 20 hiking trails and an artifical lake.0
